It's that time of year when we're all on spring break or are planning our upcoming spring break. Some of us will be traveling to tropical destinations, but for those of us who are staying home for spring break here are 10 things you can do on your staycation!
1. Take An Art Class
Spring break is the perfect time to let your creative juices flow since you don't have to worry about the stress of school. Sign up for an art class at your local art studio or do some drawing on your own. Whatever suits you best.
2. Go On Daily Walks
It may be tempting to stay in bed all day, but try to go on a walk everyday. it doesn't have to be a full blown workout; just go for a walk around the block or around your neighborhood.
3. Catch Up On Your Favorite Show On Netflix
This is my personal favorite. I'm currently watching House from the beginning, so watching it on Netflix will definitely be on my list of things to do over spring break.
4. Volunteer For A Cause That Interests You
If you have some free time you can give your time to an organization that interests you. You could walk the dogs at the animal shelter, help tutor some kids, or whatever you are interested in.
5. Meet Up With Friends From High School
It's always nice meeting up with friends from high school and your childhood, so take this time off to spend some time with your friends back at home or maybe even rekindle old friendships.
6. Read A Book For Fun
With the stress of school I barely ever read a book for fun while at school, so whenever I'm on break I like to read something that's not related to school in any way. Reading for fun does so much good for yourself.
7. Sleep
If you're like most other college students you probably don't sleep that much while at school, so use the time off to catch up on your sleep. If this means sleeping all day for you, then go right ahead. Your peers won't judge you because they are probably doing the same!
8. Take A Day Trip
Just because you can't go on vacation doesn't mean you can't go on a road trip. Find somewhere you can drive to in a few hours and plan things to do and places to go to on this trip. I personally love day trips because I feel like I get to get away, but I don't have to break the bank.
9. Have A Party
I'm not talking about a crazy frat party here, but if that's what you're into go for it! Invite some friends or family over for dinner one night and catch up with them. Sometimes you have to go out of your way to see the ones you love, but it's so worth it, especially when you go to school somewhere far away from home.
10. Homework
If all else fails you can always catch up on homework.
Staycations can be relaxing, restful, productive, and fun. Instead of eyeing up your friends' beach pictures on Instagram and Facebook, remember that you don't have to go somewhere far away to have a good time.
